The referee was really stupid throwing out Fleming at that time. Of course the Leafs were going to attack him. Ref caused this brawl. Just because the NHL started in Canada doesn't mean Canadians are the only ones that know hockey. The Boston Bruins have been in the league since 1924 so we dumb Bostonians have a history in the game too. Fighting was just an added dimension to the game. They've watered hockey down too too much. Let'm play!!!
Hockey was so much better before the 1967 expansion. Only six teams in the league, you got to know every player on every team, even the minor leagues.
@xltrt -How true! I can't keep up with trades and off-season moves anymore. I stopped playing fantasy league because I was just too tired of indulging every waking moment keeping up with the daily injury reports and so forth. The only time I really get to know players from other teams is during playoffs when they are the opponent.
dumb fucking americans don't understand hockey. it actually features skill not head banging...we're better off without any fights...all the good players are concussed
Hockey is what football is today, "DONT HURT ME LEAGUE". 6 teams back then,every game was exciting.Now in football you cant even blow on the quarterback,15 yards. A total joke.
This was a crazy brawl not only because of how long the fighting lasted but because of what one crazy photographer did during the brawl! Kudos to you, mike8219 for giving us the 411 on this brawl. I'm counting down the Top 5 NHL Brawls of all time and I put this at #3.
I remember that one as a 13 year old watching the game on TV. seems like yesterday, where has time gone?? God bless Fleming, Brewer, Horton,Murray Balfour(I think) who have since passed on.
Amen, Sunset, he WAS a SCUMBAG. Considering his size, there was no excuse for his dirty tactics. That's just the asshole he was. The leafs were clearly read to lynch him for his despicable high stick to Shack.
Thats cool, definitely a valuable collectible. My Jersey was given to me as a gift, and sadly, I'm not a hockey fan , so I want to sell it to someone who would respect it a lot more.
I remember this game. I was nine. Hockey Night in Canada and the games didn't come on until about the end of the first period back then. Everyone was talking about about this the next day. A twenty dollar fine doesn't sound like much but I'd bet a lot of those guys weren't making a hundred dollars a game in those days. Things have sure changed. Thanks for posting this.
I'm not sure if I want to know how he visciously cheapshotted Shack. Did he dip his stick in oil or something? Or did you mean viciously? Either way, it was just awful since Shack was such an upfront, honest player who never did an illegal thing in his career. The signature action in Shack's career is here on utube, where he is running away from an entire team trying to get their hands on him.
oh yeah, and the entire St Louis Team against 1 guy is a really classy fair fight. You'd skate away too, chump. It's called picking your battles, genius.
A few pointers to clarify this incident ... 1) FACT: Reg Fleming started the whole thing by visciously cheapshotting Eddie Shack with a high stick. Cheers to Baun for gunning down Fleming in the penalty box.
2) When Murray Balfour rams Carl Brewer (who was already playing with a seperated shoulder) through the bench door - the guy in the crowd who comes down to attack Balfour is a Toronto Argos player who was a friend of the Brewer family.
real men
frank77rubicon 3 weeks ago
heh had to look this game up, it's playing on NHL Canada's Vintage Games right now. Looking forward to seeing this play out in real time!
staystrong8966 9 months ago
The referee was really stupid throwing out Fleming at that time. Of course the Leafs were going to attack him. Ref caused this brawl. Just because the NHL started in Canada doesn't mean Canadians are the only ones that know hockey. The Boston Bruins have been in the league since 1924 so we dumb Bostonians have a history in the game too. Fighting was just an added dimension to the game. They've watered hockey down too too much. Let'm play!!!
artistseye1 9 months ago
A $20 fine per player??? LOL!
By the way, besides airing on Canada's CBC, I suspect the game also was broadcast back to Chicago (WGN-TV??).
altfactor 10 months ago
Hockey was so much better before the 1967 expansion. Only six teams in the league, you got to know every player on every team, even the minor leagues.
xltrt 10 months ago
@xltrt -How true! I can't keep up with trades and off-season moves anymore. I stopped playing fantasy league because I was just too tired of indulging every waking moment keeping up with the daily injury reports and so forth. The only time I really get to know players from other teams is during playoffs when they are the opponent.
MisterEvasion 9 months ago
I love watching the old time hockey.......brawls and all.......this is just so cool!
johnnyjohn58 11 months ago
dumb fucking americans don't understand hockey. it actually features skill not head banging...we're better off without any fights...all the good players are concussed
lakeguy8888 1 year ago
my geez the leafs had so much heart then!!!! imagine shanck causing grief though eh LOL> thanks for posting!
Eddieshack67 1 year ago
my geez the leafs had so much heart then!!!! imagine shanck causing grief though eh LOL>
Eddieshack67 1 year ago
Hockey is what football is today, "DONT HURT ME LEAGUE". 6 teams back then,every game was exciting.Now in football you cant even blow on the quarterback,15 yards. A total joke.
mrcroation56 1 year ago
notice the fans all wearin suits lol
dbray1 1 year ago
This was a crazy brawl not only because of how long the fighting lasted but because of what one crazy photographer did during the brawl! Kudos to you, mike8219 for giving us the 411 on this brawl. I'm counting down the Top 5 NHL Brawls of all time and I put this at #3.
bronxsportsfan 1 year ago
That was when Hockey was a great sport.
bigbadbruins1 1 year ago
Ah Yes! Old-time Hockey at its finest...J wish hockey was still like this....
Echoesintime 1 year ago
Funny seeing a camera man right on the ice taking pics.
firelovie 1 year ago
who's the idiot that left the door open..lol!!!!
classicNHLfights 1 year ago
This is how hockey should be played. Good old fashioned brouhaha.
leafyutube 1 year ago
Fleming - SUPER!!!
Dron1084 2 years ago
I remember that one as a 13 year old watching the game on TV. seems like yesterday, where has time gone?? God bless Fleming, Brewer, Horton,Murray Balfour(I think) who have since passed on.
QWZXM 2 years ago
Oh CANADA! GO CANADA!!!
Dron1084 2 years ago
CANADA RULES!!!!
chrisglen1984 2 years ago
the fight was great,the song made me puke and my ears were bleeding from that musical mess
cuff1957 2 years ago
What a SLIME. What a PIECE OF GARBAGE Fleming was....
SunsetGroove 2 years ago
Amen, Sunset, he WAS a SCUMBAG. Considering his size, there was no excuse for his dirty tactics. That's just the asshole he was. The leafs were clearly read to lynch him for his despicable high stick to Shack.
123torrent 2 years ago
Reggie flemming is the best fighter I know
jeff2196 2 years ago
6:31 -6:34 hahaha
vivavegas2704 2 years ago
lol $ 20 fine
dave777778 2 years ago
Even account inflation, and that is still a joke X-D
PYLrulz1984 2 years ago
6:11 There's a guy taking pictures
240warheads 2 years ago
I'm trying to sell my Bobby Hull Jersey. Its excellent condition, and definitely a beautiful site to look at.
If you are interested , please message me.
psychowildchild 3 years ago
my dads friend has a game worn blood stained bobby hull jersey
cowboyzsuk81 3 years ago 7
Thats cool, definitely a valuable collectible. My Jersey was given to me as a gift, and sadly, I'm not a hockey fan , so I want to sell it to someone who would respect it a lot more.
psychowildchild 3 years ago
watch out for Elmer Moose Vasko 6'3" and 230 pounds!
OilersCanadasTeam 3 years ago
MOOOOOOSE!
eeelick 2 years ago
I remember this game. I was nine. Hockey Night in Canada and the games didn't come on until about the end of the first period back then. Everyone was talking about about this the next day. A twenty dollar fine doesn't sound like much but I'd bet a lot of those guys weren't making a hundred dollars a game in those days. Things have sure changed. Thanks for posting this.
radiodayze 3 years ago 2
ahahhahah...$20 fines
shomo1 3 years ago
According to the inflation calculator, that's $134 now.
Staszu13 3 years ago
this is so old
leafsfan234 3 years ago
Look at what the NHL is now. It has changed so much they should rename the league.
23Giza23 3 years ago
"Look at what the NHL is now. It has changed so much they should rename the league" How about the Don't Touch The Europeans Hockey League..
PeteyRamone77 3 years ago 12
@PeteyRamone77 You are so right. Its almost unwatchable now.
berezin99 1 year ago
Man, THIS is a hockey brawl. Not two semi-goons wrestling...
jarryparkman 3 years ago
I'm not sure if I want to know how he visciously cheapshotted Shack. Did he dip his stick in oil or something? Or did you mean viciously? Either way, it was just awful since Shack was such an upfront, honest player who never did an illegal thing in his career. The signature action in Shack's career is here on utube, where he is running away from an entire team trying to get their hands on him.
chijim222 3 years ago
oh yeah, and the entire St Louis Team against 1 guy is a really classy fair fight. You'd skate away too, chump. It's called picking your battles, genius.
SunsetGroove 3 years ago
ha ha ya the CHUMP . I bet he'd skate away fast!. Eddie didn't run ... He just wisely backed off.
23Giza23 3 years ago
my uncle is al macneil #19 for the blackhawks
ttate88 3 years ago
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PeteyRamone77 3 years ago
"my uncle is al macneil #19 for the blackhawks" Cool, old-time defenceman with an edge.
Also a great coach, 11 winning clubs in 12 seasons.
PeteyRamone77 3 years ago
Hey Petey your uncle Al was a great coach for sure . 1971 Stanley Cup Champion. The miracle season. Never got the credit he truly deserved
gcdcjccc 2 years ago
A few pointers to clarify this incident ... 1) FACT: Reg Fleming started the whole thing by visciously cheapshotting Eddie Shack with a high stick. Cheers to Baun for gunning down Fleming in the penalty box.
2) When Murray Balfour rams Carl Brewer (who was already playing with a seperated shoulder) through the bench door - the guy in the crowd who comes down to attack Balfour is a Toronto Argos player who was a friend of the Brewer family.
Blackhawks were so gutless...
SunsetGroove 3 years ago
@SunsetGroove ...gutless? The leafs were and are the most pathetic franchise in sports, they should just hang it up
rjst09 1 year ago
@rjst09 fuck off
Eddieshack67 1 year ago
classic times man!
canadianpitbull101 3 years ago